2602 HIGHWAY 44 W UNIT 1 INVERNESS FL 34453 MLS #OM701499

FOR LEASE- This outstanding commercial opportunity is located in the heart of Inverness, Florida, within the fast-growing Tampa–St. Petersburg–Clearwater MSA—ranked the 18th largest in the United States. Offering two highly functional and flexible spaces, the property includes a 1,652-square-foot retail suite with a full showroom, reception area, and ADA-compliant bathroom, as well as a 1,598-square-foot multi-use suite featuring high 15-foot ceilings, a 12’x12’ grade-level receiving door, two private entrances, and abundant natural light—ideal for retail, light industrial, and even Medical Cannabis Dispensary or service-oriented businesses.

Positioned directly on SR 44 W, the property boasts exceptional visibility with exposure to over 34,000 vehicles daily, as well as unrestricted street-to-street access from SR 44 and Forest Drive, located just east of a signalized intersection on a secondary feeder road carrying 9,000 vehicles per day. This unparalleled accessibility makes it a prime destination for business operators seeking maximum traffic and convenience. The site is surrounded by a dense concentration of national and regional retailers, including Winn-Dixie, Publix, McDonald’s, Burger King, and the highly anticipated Aldi grocery store. Additionally, it is just minutes from key government offices, including City Hall, the Citrus County Courthouse, DMV, and Tax Collector.

The City of Inverness continues to invest in its appeal and infrastructure, with recent enhancements to downtown and new lakefront parks such as Liberty Park, Wallace Brooks Park, and the Depot District. The property taps into a strong consumer base of 46,361 residents within a 15-minute drive, with a median household income of $65,000 and an average age of 58—underscoring the area’s demand for retail, services, and healthcare. Citrus County currently serves 153,600 residents, with projections nearly doubling that number to 350,000 by 2030 under the county’s Land Development Code.

With the recent $135 million expansion of the Suncoast Parkway and more extensions planned, the region is entering a historic growth phase. Businesses located here will benefit from strong regional connectivity, an aging but affluent demographic, and rising consumer expenditures. Local spending habits show that 66% of residents dine out regularly, 89% frequent fast-food restaurants, and healthcare spending exceeds $106 million annually. Combined with proximity to neighboring communities like Floral City, Lecanto, Beverly Hills, Crystal River, and Homosassa, this property represents an exceptional opportunity to establish or expand a business in one of Florida’s most promising commercial corridors.